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Swinford Landlord Roof Survey
Need a landlord roof survey in Swinford? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Swinford
Managing agents and freeholders use our reports to plan maintenance and budgets. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later based on what can be seen. It does not give repair costs, but it gives contractors a clear brief to price from. Anything urgent is made clear, so you can deal with it first and budget for the rest. If you’ve noticed standing water on a flat roof and worn ridges, hips and verges, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs on blocks, blocks of flats and converted houses alike.
In a small place like Swinford, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Place
- Swinford (OX29)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Swinford
The wider area around Swinford has a long history of building, with Appleton Manor about 4.4 miles south. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Eynsham Community Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you live in an older home near Church of St Leonard, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Landlords with a home close to Hanborough station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Swinford is about 6 miles west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Swinford is one of many places we visit across Oxfordshire. Swinford is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Here we cover the OX29 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Eynsham (1 mile north-west), Farmoor (1 mile south-east), Cassington (1 mile north-east), Filchampstead (2 miles south) and Wytham (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (6 miles east), Didcot (12 miles south-east), Bicester (12 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles south-east), Witney (6 miles west) and Carterton (10 miles west).
Around Swinford
We work in homes and buildings around The Talbot Public House and Attached Stable and Bartholomew School. Swinford’s nearest station is Hanborough station, about 3.6 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Oxford Castle and earlier settlement remains (4.4 miles east) and Oxford Bus Museum (3.6 miles north). The countryside around Swinford includes Cumnor Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
Nearby places to Swinford
Also in Swinford
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Which survey package you book
- House, block, shop or office
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Questions from Swinford
How do I find out if my home in Swinford is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
I let a flat near Hanborough station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Do you work in Swinford?
Yes. Swinford is part of the area we cover.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. Surveying again later shows what has changed to keep your plan up to date.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Do not store items over the loft hatch
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
Questions about who pays under the lease are for your managing agent or a solicitor. Our report sets out the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem normally is.
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Swinford
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
What this survey cannot tell you
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Who pays under the lease (that’s a legal question)
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. In a small place like Swinford, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is looked at from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.